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Tent in nature. AI and IoT-enabled Hydroponics Grow Tent Deployment in Rural South Africa Key Findings and Communication Strategies.

Group Name: RedOctober Group Members And Student Numbers: Tadi Mapillar – ST10309432 Washu Mukhali – ST10358940 Lebone Mnisi – ST10304660.

Leaky Tap with solid fill Connections outline Work from home desk outline Internet with solid fill Phone Vibration outline Modern Communication Channel Recommendation Proposed Channel: WhatsApp Advantages: Accessible, familiar, and cost-effective Disadvantages: Requires stable internet connection Justification: Enables real-time updates and is widely used in South Africa Communication Strategies Face-to-face meetings: Direct and effective but time-consuming Workshops: Increased understanding but required consistent attendance Recommendations: Use of mobile applications for broader engagement Main Findings AI and IoT systems can improve farming outputs Challenges: Lack of technical knowledge in rural areas Positive feedback from farmers regarding technology adoption Research Methods Approach: Participatory action research Tools: AI for plant monitoring and IoT for data collection Participants: Rural subsistence farmers in South Africa Background of the Study Researchers: Wilson et al. (2024) Purpose: To deploy an AI and IoT-enabled hydroponics system with rural South African farmers Focus: Improving farming efficiency and reducing manual labour through technology.

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Tractor in farmland. Aim of the Study. The primary aim of the research was to explore: • The feasibility of using AI and IoT technologies to support farming in resource-constrained environments. • How these innovations could lead to sustainable agriculture, increased crop productivity, and better resource management. • Providing subsistence farmers with tools to optimize their farming methods, improve crop health, and ultimately enhance food security in rural areas..

Leaky Tap with solid fill Connections outline Work from home desk outline Internet with solid fill Phone Vibration outline Modern Communication Channel Recommendation Proposed Channel: WhatsApp Advantages: Accessible, familiar, and cost-effective Disadvantages: Requires stable internet connection Justification: Enables real-time updates and is widely used in South Africa Communication Strategies Face-to-face meetings: Direct and effective but time-consuming Workshops: Increased understanding but required consistent attendance Recommendations: Use of mobile applications for broader engagement Main Findings AI and IoT systems can improve farming outputs Challenges: Lack of technical knowledge in rural areas Positive feedback from farmers regarding technology adoption Research Methods Background of the Study.

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Digital financial graph. Research Methods. Methods – Technological Tools • Sensors and Data Collection Apps: • IoT-enabled sensors were installed to monitor water usage, nutrient delivery, temperature, and light exposure. • Data was collected through remote apps, allowing researchers and farmers to track the system’s performance. • The AI component analyzed data to make recommendations or automatic adjustments to optimize crop growth..

Leaky Tap with solid fill Connections outline Work from home desk outline Internet with solid fill Phone Vibration outline Modern Communication Channel Recommendation Proposed Channel: WhatsApp Advantages: Accessible, familiar, and cost-effective Disadvantages: Requires stable internet connection Justification: Enables real-time updates and is widely used in South Africa Communication Strategies Face-to-face meetings: Direct and effective but time-consuming Workshops: Increased understanding but required consistent attendance Recommendations: Use of mobile applications for broader engagement Main Findings Research Methods Background of the Study.

Main Findings – Challenges and Successes. A person sitting on a stack of books with a computer Description automatically generated.

Leaky Tap with solid fill Connections outline Work from home desk outline Internet with solid fill Phone Vibration outline Modern Communication Channel Recommendation Proposed Channel: WhatsApp Advantages: Accessible, familiar, and cost-effective Disadvantages: Requires stable internet connection Justification: Enables real-time updates and is widely used in South Africa Communication Strategies Main Findings Research Methods Background of the Study.

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Leaky Tap with solid fill Connections outline Work from home desk outline Internet with solid fill Phone Vibration outline Measurable Benefits Communication Strategies Main Findings Research Methods Background of the Study.

Plants in a field. Measurable Benefits. • Increased crop yields: Farmers reported measurable improvements in crop production, with some seeing up to 30% growth in output. • Water conservation: The AI and IoT systems optimized water use, reducing water consumption by up to 40%. • Empowerment of Farmers: The farmers who adopted the system became more self-sufficient in managing their resources and farming schedules..

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